Disassembly and Assembly

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Remove the output shaft ring gear and the No. 12 thrust bearing.
1. Remove the ring gear.
2. Remove the bearing.
Fig 1: Removing Output Shaft Ring Gear & No. 12 Thrust Bearing
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
If necessary, remove the low one-way clutch (17 roller) assembly by rotating it counterclockwise to unlock the tabs.

Fig 2: Removing Low One-Way Clutch Assembly
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Inspect the following:
- Reverse clutch hub thrust surfaces for scores.
- Reverse clutch hub splines for wear.
- Outer and inner low/reverse one-way clutch race for scores and damaged surface areas where rollers contact races.
- Rollers and springs for excessive wear or damage.
- Spring and cage.
Follow the disassembly procedure in reverse order.